REAR AIRSTRIKE WHEELS
J050302011-10-13
GENERAL
WARNINGInstall only wheels and installation kits approved for your model motorcycle. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to verify fitment. Mismatching wheels and installation kits or installing wheels not approved for your model can cause loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00610c)
Kit Number
55058-10, 40900115
Models
For model fitment information, see the P&A Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only).
Kit Contents
See Figure 1 and Service Parts Tables.
Additional Parts Required
These kits include the custom wheel only.
Proper installation of these kits require the separate purchase of the following parts which are available at a Harley-Davidson dealer.
Recommended Parts
The following Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories are recommended for proper maintenance and cleaning:
- Harley® Bright™ Chrome Cleaner (94683-99) (Not for use with kit 40900115)
- Harley® Glaze™ Polish and Sealant (99701-84)
- Harley® Wheel and Spoke Brush (43078-99)
- Harley-Davidson® Wheel and Tire Cleaner (94658-98)
- Harley® Preserve Bare Aluminum Protectant (99845-07)
WARNINGRider and passenger safety depend upon the correct installation of this kit. Use the appropriate service manual procedures. If the procedure is not within your capabilities or you do not have the correct tools, have a Harley-Davidson dealer perform the installation. Improper installation of this kit could result in death or serious injury. (00333b)
NOTE
This instruction sheet references service manual information. A service manual for your model motorcycle is required for this installation and is available from a Harley-Davidson dealer.
Table 1. Rear Disc and Sprocket Hardware Fitment
Hardware | Fitment |
|---|---|
Rear Disc Screws (select stock or chrome hardware) | |
5 Stock disc screws (43567-92) | All models |
Chrome screw kit (46647-05) includes 5 screws | All models |
Rear Sprocket Screws (select stock or chrome hardware) | |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3109) | 2007 and later Dyna and Softail, 2007 Touring |
Chrome screw kit (94773-07) includes 5 screws and washers | 2007 and later Dyna and Softail |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3737A) | 2000-2005 Dyna, 2000-2006 Softail, 2004-2006 Touring |
Chrome screw kit (94773-00A) includes 5 screws and washers | 2000-2005 Dyna, 2000-2006 Softail |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3814) | 2008 Touring |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3873) | 2006 Dyna |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (3899) | 2000-2003 Touring, 2001 and later Sportster (except Japanese models) |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (40439-01) | 2002-2006 VRSC and 2007 VRSCR models |
5 Sprocket screw, stock (4552) | 2007 and later VRSC models (except VRSCR and VRSCSE models) |
Rear Sprocket Washers | |
5 Sprocket washer, stock (6516HW) | 2006 and earlier Dyna, Softail and Touring and 2000 and later Sportster models (except Japanese models) |
5 Sprocket washer, stock (7039) | 2002 and later VRSC |
INSTALLATION
NOTE
Use plastic protectors on tire mounting tools and rim clamps when mounting a tire to a painted wheel.
When mounting tires, liberally use tire lube on the wheel and tire.
For tire removal, use plastic inserts between the rim and tire after breaking the bead to create a large enough gap for the rim clamps to get into.
| 1. | Remove existing rear wheel assembly. Save axle, axle nut, brake disc, and wheel spacers for kit installation. Refer to REAR WHEEL in service manual. NOTE Prior to removing or installing the wheel, the rear brake caliper must be removed. The cotter pin or spring clip for the axle nut must be replaced. They are available for purchase from your dealer. See your dealer for the correct part number for your model motorcycle. NOTE Install pull thru valve stem (40999-87) included in the installation kit. Discard all other valve stems. | |
| 2. | See Figure 1. Install valve stem assembly (J) on wheel. Refer to TIRES in service manual. | |
NOTICE Do not re-use brake disc/rotor screws. Re-using these screws can result in torque loss and damage to brake components. (00319c) NOTICE Do not re-use sprocket mounting screws. Re-using sprocket mounting screws can result in torque loss and damage to the sprocket and/or belt assembly. (00480b) | ||
| 3. | Assemble wheel installation kit components, stock brake disc, and sprocket to wheel using the appropriate service parts table. Refer to REAR WHEEL in service manual. NOTE The valve stem side of the wheel and machined grooves in the hub face indicate the primary bearing side. Install the primary bearing first using appropriate service manual and WHEEL BEARING REMOVER/INSTALLER. | |
| 4. | Install rear wheel (1), stock axle, and stock spacers to motorcycle. Refer to REAR WHEEL in service manual. |
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
NOTE
This wheel assembly includes a plug that has been installed in the compensator bowl of the 16x5 inch wheel. Missing or damaged plug can be replaced using plug 40292-10.
Chrome parts must be maintained regularly to make sure that they keep their original shine and luster.
- Clean heavily-soiled wheel surfaces using Harley-Davidson Wheel and Tire Cleaner, applied with Harley Wheel and Spoke Brush.
- Thoroughly clean chrome with a good quality chrome cleaner, such as Harley Bright Chrome Cleaner.
- After cleaning and polishing, seal the finish with a good quality sealer, such as Harley Glaze Polish and Sealant.
SERVICE PARTS
Figure 1. Service Parts: Rear Airstrike Wheel
Table 2. Service Parts and Wheel Kit Contents
Kit | Item | Description (Quantity) | Part Number |
|---|---|---|---|
55058-10, 40900115 | 1 | Wheel | Not Sold Separately |
3 | Plug | 40292-10 | |
Visual indicator mentioned in text: | |||
4 | Machined groove (all wheels) | ||
Table 3. REAR 25mm Bearing Wheel Installation Kit (41456-08C)
REAR 25 MM Bearing Wheel Installation Kit (41456-08C) | Item (Quantity Used and Description) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fitment | Wheel Size | A | C | D | E | F | H | I | J |
2009 and later FLT without ABS | 16 x 5.0 in | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | * | * | * |
2009 and later FLT without ABS | 18 x 5.0 in | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | * | * | 0 |
2008 VRSCD without ABS | 18 x 5.5 in | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | ** | * | * | 0 |
2008 and later FXCW and FXCWC without ABS | 18 x 8.0 in | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | * | * | 0 |
2008 and later VRSCAW, VRSCDX and VRSCF without ABS | 18 x 8.0 in | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | ** | * | * | 0 |
Installation kits are designed to work with many different wheel styles and fitments. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to verify that the wheel and installation kits are both designed and approved for the motorcycle they are being installed on. NOTES: * See NOTE above valve installation step in INSTALLATION to determine which valve stem to use for your particular kit. Discard other valve stem(s). ** See INSTALLATION to determine if shim is required. *** Bearing shim installed under primary bearing. | A | Bearing, regular (2) | 9276 | ||||||
C | Axle sleeve | 41349-07 | |||||||
D | Axle sleeve | 41358-08 | |||||||
E | Axle sleeve | 43704-08 | |||||||
F | Bearing shim*** | 41447-08 | |||||||
H | Valve stem, short | 43157-83A | |||||||
I | Valve stem, long | 43206-01 | |||||||
J | Valve stem, pull thru | 40999-87 | |||||||
Table 4. REAR 25 MM Bearing ABS Wheel Installation Kit (41453-08C)
REAR 25 MM Bearing ABS Wheel Installation Kit (41453-08C) | Item (Quantity Used and Description) | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fitment | Wheel Size | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J |
2008 FLT with ABS | 16 x 3.0 in | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | * | * | 0 |
2009 and later FLT with ABS | 16 x 5.0 in | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | * | * | * |
2009 and later FLT with ABS | 18 x 5.0 in | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | * | * | 0 |
2008 VRSCDa with ABS | 18 x 5.5 in | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | ** | 0 | * | * | 0 |
2008 and later VRSCAWa, VRSCDXa, VRSCXa and VRSCFa with ABS | 18 x 8.0 in | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | ** | 0 | * | * | 0 |
Installation kits are designed to work with many different wheel styles and fitments. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to verify that the wheel and installation kits are both designed and approved for the motorcycle they are being installed on. NOTES: * See NOTE above valve installation step in INSTALLATION to determine which valve stem to use for your particular kit. Discard other valve stem(s). ** Primary bearing. Bearing must be installed with red side facing the wheel. *** Bearing shim installed under primary bearing. | A | Bearing, regular | 9276 | ||||||||
B | Bearing, ABS** | 9252 | |||||||||
C | Axle sleeve | 41349-07 | |||||||||
D | Axle sleeve | 41900-08 | |||||||||
E | Axle sleeve | 43704-08 | |||||||||
F | Bearing shim*** | 41447-08 | |||||||||
G | Bearing shim*** | 43904-08 | |||||||||
H | Valve stem, short | 43157-83A | |||||||||
I | Valve stem, long | 43206-01 | |||||||||
J | Valve stem, pull thru | 40999-87 | |||||||||